DOE Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines NIBS Commercial Workforce Credentialing Council

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1 DOE Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines NIBS Commercial Workforce Credentialing Council Monica Neukomm U.S. Department of Energy Update for Government Credentialing Network April 29, 2015 Roger Grant National Institute of Building Sciences

2 Building Technologies Office - Delivering Energy-Efficient Solutions Emerging Technologies High-impact building technologies ~Five years to market-ready Residential Building Integration Cost effective technologies, tools, solutions Peak energy performance in new & existing homes Commercial Building Integration Cost effective technologies, tools, solutions Peak energy performance in new & existing commercial buildings Codes & Standards Building energy code language with adoption/compliance strategy National appliance & equipment standards 2

3 Better Buildings Workforce Program 3

4 National Institute of Building Sciences 4

5 Buildings Need to Perform Better Buildings are one of the heaviest consumers of natural resources and account for a significant portion of the greenhouse gas emissions that affect climate change. In the U.S., buildings account for: 38% of all CO2 emissions 12 73% of electricity consumption 13 Green buildings consume less energy. Compared to the average commercial building, the LEED Gold buildings in the General Services Administration s portfolio generally 14 : Consume 25% less energy and 11% less water Have 19% lower maintenance costs 27% higher occupant satisfaction 34% lower greenhouse gas emissions Source: Green Building Facts published 17 Oct 2014 by USGBC 5

6 Growth in Green Building By 2015, an estimated 40-48% of new nonresidential construction by value will be green, equating to a $ billion opportunity 1 U.S. respondents to a 2012 international survey projected that 58% of their building activities in 2015 would be green 2 More than 3.3 billion square feet of building space are LEEDcertified (as of October 17, 2014) 41% of all nonresidential building starts in 2012 were green, as compared to 2% of all nonresidential building starts in With energy efficiency financing having the potential to soar from $20 to $150 billion annually, over one million jobs could be created 5 Approximately 61% of all construction projects are retrofit projects 23. By 2015, the green share of the largest nonresidential retrofit and renovation activity will more than triple, growing to 25-33% of the activity by value a $14-18 billion opportunity in major construction projects alone 25. Source: Green Building Facts published 17 Oct 2014 by USGBC 6

7 Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings Commercial buildings have made significant progress in energy efficiency, with a particular focus on: Substantial retrofits to upgrade lighting, HVAC, and windows systems Advanced control strategies Energy efficient design of new buildings Encouraging use of more energy efficient electronic equipment Commercial buildings may also: Have on-site facility managers who understand their role in daily energy management practices Have a commitment to improve sustainability Seek cost-effective methods for increased use of renewable energy 7

8 Value of Energy Management Energy efficiency improvements with very favorable payback periods often do not get implemented due to other operational priorities Energy efficiency projects that are implemented may not be sustained due to lack of supportive operational and maintenance practices Commissioning or re-commissioning new equipment or systems only addresses a point in time The only constant in the life of most commercial buildings is change -personnel, space use and configuration, operating hours- Problem: Solution: Energy efficiency is not integrated into daily management practices. Staff at all levels within an organization need to be engaged in the management of energy on an ongoing basis. 8

9 Barriers to Improving EE Patchwork of Technical Standards, Codes and Work Specifications Not incorporated into workforce programs Lack of National Skill Standards for Emerging Energy-Related Jobs Need comprehensive Job Analyses based on clear technical standards Nonaligned Training Content, Platforms, Programs Training not always based on a Job Analysis; not up to date with technology and best practices Availability, cost, and quality are also concerns No Infrastructure to Support National Credentials Diaspora of certificate and certification programs (some overlapping or duplicative) Minimal Uptake of Accreditation Standards for Training and Certification Programs Lack of demand because value proposition is not compelling Lack of Recognition of Quality Workforce Credentials Employers and policymakers have a difficult time identifying quality workers 9

10 Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines WHAT: DOE and NIBS are engaging industry stakeholders to develop voluntary national guidelines for commercial building workforce training and certification programs Focus on five key energy-related jobs: Building Energy Auditor, Building Commissioning Professional, Building Operations Professional, Energy Manager, and Facilities Manager (focus on Government Facilities and FBPTA) Guidelines can be used by existing training and certification organizations to upgrade or modify their existing program offerings or to develop new program offerings. Neither DOE or NIBS are developing new training or certification programs through this project we are engaging industry to develop the guidelines that private market providers will use as the benchmark for quality. WHY: Improve quality and reduce confusion and uncertainty in commercial workforce credentialing programs Accelerate energy savings, carbon reductions, and clean energy job creation 10

11 Workers Better credentials Clearer career paths Value Propositions Employers Better workforce Increased customer demand Greater profits Building Owners/Managers Confidence and trust in certified contractors Higher quality work Faster payback EE Program Administrators or Regulators Increased demand for clean energy services Job creation Criteria to recognize credentials Training and Certification Programs Able to distinguish their programs as Better Buildings recognized Tool to increase demand for workforce credentials 11

12 12 Help Government and the Market Identify High Quality Training and Certification Programs

13 ENERGY STAR: From Confusion to Confidence Which products demonstrate the top energy performance? Define Performance Voluntary ENERGY STAR performance specifications, developed with market input Verify Products tested by accredited third-party laboratory and reviewed by certification body Recognize ENERGY STAR= products benefit from consumer trust in energy performance 13

14 Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines Who are the skilled and qualified workers in advanced energy occupations? Define Skills Voluntary Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines, defined by industry and government Verify Third-party accreditation of certification or training programs Recognize DOE recognition of accredited programs= consumer trust in program quality and workforce performance 14

15 Framework for a Better Buildings Workforce Technical Standards Skills Standards Curricula & Training Industry- Recognized Certifications Third-Party Accreditation Driving Market Demand Standards, codes, and specifications defining safe, durable, highquality work Define the job tasks and the knowledge, skills & abilities workers need to perform them well Built on clear learning objectives and aligned with technical and skills standards National, industry & government recognized certifications built on common blueprints when appropriate Evaluation of program quality and alignment with industryrecognized content Policy mechanisms and recognition of accredited workforce credentialing programs Program Area Goal: Support a high-quality commercial buildings workforce 15

16 Path to Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines 16

17 Five Better Buildings Workforce Job Titles Project Scope Job Titles Building Energy Auditor Building Commissioning Professional Job Descriptions The Commercial Building Energy Auditor is an energy solutions professional who assesses building systems and site conditions, analyzes and evaluates equipment and energy usage, and recommends strategies to optimize building resource utilization. The Building Commissioning (Cx) Professional is an individual who leads, plans, coordinates and manages a commissioning team to implement commissioning processes in new and existing buildings. Energy Manager An Energy Manager is responsible for managing and continually improving energy performance in commercial buildings by establishing and maintaining an energy program management system that supports the mission and goals of the organization. Building Operations Professional The Building Operations Professional manages the maintenance and operation of building systems and installed equipment, and performs general maintenance to maintain the building s operability, optimize building performance, and ensure the comfort, productivity and safety of the building occupants. Facility 17 Manager (FBPTA focus) Manages, monitors and coordinates facility operations and supervises and communicates with staff to ensure efficient, sustainable operations and the satisfaction of the facility occupants. Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act ~50,000 Government; ~100,000 Contractors ~ $31 billion dollars in Federal Facilities O&M Costs

18 BBWG Materials on CWCC 18

19 Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines A Government and Industry Partnership to Advance Commercial Workforce Quality 19

20 BBWG A DOE Recognized Program Criteria for recognition: 1) ANSI/IAS accredited per BBWG JTAs & schemes 2) Fill out online form with basic information on program on Workforce Partnership website 20 DOE recognition: 1) Provide logo and wording for use by certification bodies 2) List certification body on Workforce Partnership website 3) Recognize at Better Buildings Summit and in BB press release materials

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22 Additional Market Pull City Energy Project: Audit and Commissioning Ordinances Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act Employers, Building Owners, Certification Programs and more 22

23 City Policies in brief CITY/STATE ADOPTED BENCHMARKING REPORTING AND DISCLOSURE AUDIT AND UPGRADE Comm MF To Local Gov t Public Website Deal Audit/RCx Upgrade California k SF+ - - Austin k SF+ 5+ units - DC k SF+ 50k SF+ - Washington State k SF New York City k SF+ 50k SF+ - Seattle k SF+ 20k SF San Francisco 10k SF+ - - Philadelphia k SF+ - - Minneapolis k SF Boston 35k SF+ 35+ units - Chicago k SF+ 50k SF+ - Montgomery Co. MD k SF+ - - Cambridge k SF+ 50+ units Data courtesy Institute for Market Transformation 23

24 SEATTLE [2010] WASHINGTON STATE [2009] PORTLAND BOSTON [2013] CAMBRIDGE [2014] SAN FRANCISCO [2011] BERKELEY MINNEAPOLIS [2013] CHICAGO [2013] NEW YORK CITY [2009] ANN ARBOR BALTIMORE MONTGOMERY CO., MD [2014] PHILADELPHIA [2012] WASHINGTON, DC [2008] LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA [2007] AUSTIN [2008] Adopted city policy ORLANDO Possible city policy (12-24 months) Adopted state policy Previous state legislative proposal Data courtesy Institute for Market Transformation 24

25 Skilled Trades & Energy Efficiency US EE & RE Firms: mismatch of skills of available workers, exacerbated by retirements President s Jobs Council: Lack of alignment between what employers need and what skills are taught and delivered is becoming a critical problem for business and the nation. [2011 Year End Report, p. 13] U.S. higher education system not producing skilled workers Energy-related job categories particularly lacking skilled workers CEWD Utility Sector EE and RE Sector 25

26 Energy Jobs Competency Model 26

27 Outreach Programs 1. Commercial Buildings Energy Efficiency Workforce Labor Market Analysis 2. Curriculum Outlines and Learning Objectives 3. Community College Program Development Mapping CO and LO to Course Modules and Competency Model 4. Analysis of energy related training and certification programs in California 27

28 Completed Status and Rollout Plan License Agreement Finalized BB Logo & Guidelines Finalized DOE Recognition Criteria Finalized Revised BBWG Fact Sheet Finalized Post on NIB s website, DOE site updated DOE/NIBS press release Next Steps Identify best path forward on BOP JTA Complete supporting materials for community colleges and identify best path forward on certificate program recognition Continued engagement with GSA and other federal agencies to include preferential language in contract Ongoing engagement with cities developing energy efficiency legislation 28

29 Questions? Contact Information: Monica Neukomm Roger Grant April 29, 2015